Installation Procedure

Position the front upper control arm (1) on the vehicle.

Fig 1: Front Upper Control Arm
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Front Upper Control Arm Bolt (1)» Install and tighten [2x]

Fig 2: Front Upper Control Arm Bolt
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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

CAUTION: This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

Install NEW bolts.

Tighten
1. First Pass: 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
2. Final Pass: (90-105 degrees)
Front Upper Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1)» Install and tighten 100 N.m (74 lb ft)

Fig 3: Front Upper Control Arm Ball Stud Nut
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Front Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly (1)» Install - Shock Absorber and Spring Removal and Installation (AWD Without F55) and/or Shock Absorber and Spring Removal and Installation (AWD With F55)

Fig 4: Shock Absorber and Spring
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Measure and adjust the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement